The nurse is using guided imagery to help reduce a client's pain level. When using this alternative medicine approach, which of the following client senses can be used? (Select all that apply.)

1. Visual
2. Auditory
3. Kinesthetic
4. Cognitive
5. Gustatory
6. Olfactory


1, 2, 3, 5, 6
When using guided imagery, all five senses can be used to include visual, auditory, kinesthetic, gustatory, and olfactory. Cognitive is not one of the five senses.

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a. Defensive b. Maladaptive c. Constructive d. Individual

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The nurse caring for a patient with a Foley catheter will include implementations for the nursing diagnosis risk for infection, such as (select all that apply):

1. keep bag below the level of the bed. 2. provide perineal care twice a day. 3. coil tubing on the bed. 4. using standard precautions when handling urine and tubing. 5. keep the drainage system closed.

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The nurse in the emergency department is caring for several clients from diverse cultures. Which statement shows the nurse's ability to provide culturally competent care?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

A. "I understand your religion prohibits blood transfusions. Would you consider nonblood alternatives?" B. "I just want to make sure you and your spouse understand the risks as you consider the options." C. "I don't really understand why you are afraid to take the medication. Do you have any questions I can answer to alleviate your fear?" D. "I really don't understand why you won't consider an abortion. Your admission papers say you are an atheist." E. "I'm not quite sure why the healthcare provider is giving you these prescriptions. You didn't get them filled the last time you were here."

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What is the dosage unit for amiodarone HCl?

A.
B. 50 mg
C.
D. 1 mL

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